Mulled Wine (Non-alc option) (Vegan)
Ingredients:
- 960 ml (4 cups) apple cider or grape juice
- 1 orange, sliced
- 2 g (1) cinnamon stick
- 4 whole cloves
- 2 g (2) star anise
- 30 ml (2 tbsp) brown sugar or maple syrup
Features:
Gluten-Free
Grain-Free
Soy-Free
Oil-Free
Nut-Free
Nutrition:
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Keep the heat gentle and never let it reach a full boil — boiling drives off the fragrant spice aromas you're trying to infuse into the cider.
Instructions:
- Combine: Combine the apple cider, orange slices, cinnamon stick, cloves, and star anise in a pot.
- Simmer: Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, being careful not to boil.
- Infuse: Reduce heat to low and simmer for 15-20 minutes to infuse the spices.
- Sweeten: Stir in brown sugar or maple syrup to taste.
- Strain & Serve: Strain if desired, and serve warm in mugs.
Notes: Read through the full recipe before starting so you have all ingredients prepped and ready to go.
Tips: Gently muddle fresh herbs rather than crushing them hard, which can release bitter flavors.
Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
Swaps: Feel free to swap in seasonal vegetables or pantry staples you have on hand, adjusting cook time as needed.
Every ingredient here earns its place, but a few really shape the dish. The apple cider or grape juice adds natural sweetness and a light crispness. The cinnamon stick adds warmth and a comforting, spiced aroma. The star anise adds warm, aromatic spice notes. The brown sugar or maple syrup brings natural sweetness with a hint of caramel depth.
Mulled Wine (Non-alc option) (Vegan)
Ingredients:
- 960 ml (4 cups) apple cider or grape juice
- 1 orange, sliced
- 2 g (1) cinnamon stick
- 4 whole cloves
- 2 g (2) star anise
- 30 ml (2 tbsp) brown sugar or maple syrup
Why These Ingredients:
Every ingredient here earns its place, but a few really shape the dish. The apple cider or grape juice adds natural sweetness and a light crispness. The cinnamon stick adds warmth and a comforting, spiced aroma. The star anise adds warm, aromatic spice notes. The brown sugar or maple syrup brings natural sweetness with a hint of caramel depth.
Prep:
Keep the heat gentle and never let it reach a full boil — boiling drives off the fragrant spice aromas you're trying to infuse into the cider.
Instructions:
- Combine: Combine the apple cider, orange slices, cinnamon stick, cloves, and star anise in a pot.
- Simmer: Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, being careful not to boil.
- Infuse: Reduce heat to low and simmer for 15-20 minutes to infuse the spices.
- Sweeten: Stir in brown sugar or maple syrup to taste.
- Strain & Serve: Strain if desired, and serve warm in mugs.
